Ambiente Rodari: ecologia e fantasia in un libro illustrato
A new illustrated book, 'Ambiente Rodari', collects Gianni Rodari's ecological rhymes, published by Einaudi Ragazzi in 2021. Edited by Pino Boero, the volume features 20 artists including Andrea Antinori, Simone Rea, Francesca Ballarini, Elisa Marzano, and Bruno Zocca, who translate Rodari's nature-themed poems into colorful images. The book aligns with the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021-2030) and emphasizes Rodari's vision of nature as a realm of freedom and imagination, contrasting with urban grayness. Boero's introduction notes Rodari's use of direct natural terms like 'alberi' and 'prati' over diminutives, opposing urban restrictions and speculation. Rodari's characters—such as the 'omino delle nuvole' and the 'albero delle matite'—embody this ecological and creative spirit. The 56-page hardcover (€18, ISBN 9788866566953) is aimed at children and adults, blending creativity with environmental commitment.
Key facts
- Book 'Ambiente Rodari' by Gianni Rodari, edited by Pino Boero, published by Einaudi Ragazzi in 2021.
- 20 illustrators contribute: Andrea Antinori, Simone Rea, Francesca Ballarini, Elisa Marzano, Bruno Zocca.
- Published for the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021-2030).
- Rodari's ecological rhymes emphasize nature as freedom vs. urban restrictions.
- Boero's introduction highlights Rodari's direct natural language over diminutives.
- Characters include 'omino delle nuvole' and 'albero delle matite'.
- 56 pages, hardcover, €18, ISBN 9788866566953.
- Rodari died in 1980; 2020 marked centenary of his birth and 40th of his death.
Entities
Artists
- Gianni Rodari
- Pino Boero
- Andrea Antinori
- Simone Rea
- Francesca Ballarini
- Elisa Marzano
- Bruno Zocca
- Silvia Rocchi
Institutions
- Einaudi Ragazzi
- Electa
- Artribune
Locations
- Omegna
- Italy
- Torino